George Best died 10 years ago today and football fans have been paying their respects to the Northern Irish winger on Twitter.
There can be little doubt he was a much loved footballer, who’s ability was marred by his addiction to alcohol, many called him a flawed genius.
Fans have been reminiscing about George Best for his incredible footballing ability:
George Best: “When I’m gone people will forget all the rubbish & all that will be remembered will be the football.” https://t.co/66SSQIlhw1
— Totally Man Utd™ (@TotallyMUFC) November 25, 2015
He came, he saw & he conquered. George Best 1946 – 2005. Simply the best. #MUFC pic.twitter.com/7RUUW4nWpr — Wicky (@Wicknes007) November 25, 2015
Pele: “George was the greatest footballer in the world ” #MUFC pic.twitter.com/83EQ4xS7lS — Fergie’s Fledglings™ (@RedDevilTimes) November 25, 2015
While others have remembered the winger for his off the pitch playboy lifestyle
‘I spent a lot of money on booze, birds and fast cars. The rest I just squandered.’ – George Best #GeorgeBest pic.twitter.com/IvnguCU5uz — Merijn© (@MerijnAAA) November 25, 2015
George Best: “In 1969 I gave up women and alcohol…it was the worst 20 minutes of my life.” pic.twitter.com/FN0b2kUWRo — Footy Accumulators (@FootyAccums) November 25, 2015
It’s certainly clear Manchester United fans still hold George Best in the same legendary status today as they did 10 years ago.
10 years today since George Best died. Gone but not forgotten. (@jordyhurst) pic.twitter.com/ZZnNcuoC4n
— MUFC Songs & Chants™ (@MufcSongs) November 25, 2015
Simply the BEST. Better than all the rest pic.twitter.com/0QP2h1emjE
— Mark Goldbridge (@markgoldbridge) November 25, 2015
